1
: an intermediate support for the adjacent ends of two bridge spans
2
: a structure (such as a breakwater) extending into navigable water for use as a landing place or promenade or to protect or form a harbor
3
4
: a structural mount (as for a telescope) usually of stonework, concrete, or steel
Examples of pier in a Sentence
tied the boat up at the pier
Recent Examples on the Web
Once the realigned two-pier bridge goes in, ACHD aims to work with other agencies to restore the riparian habitat, including surrounding wetlands and conservation easements.
—
Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 19 Dec. 2025
The teaser shows Cruise in cowboy boots dancing with a shovel in what looks to be a Los Angeles-type of low-rent apartment, as well as on a pier.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2025
The six-acre site in historic downtown marks the convergence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers, and is a popular gathering space that includes two boat launches, grills, a playground, picnic tables, and a fishing pier.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025
The sub-zero wind bends the water, creating beautifully curved icicles all along the pier.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pier
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 19 Dec. 2025
The teaser shows Cruise in cowboy boots dancing with a shovel in what looks to be a Los Angeles-type of low-rent apartment, as well as on a pier.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2025
The six-acre site in historic downtown marks the convergence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers, and is a popular gathering space that includes two boat launches, grills, a playground, picnic tables, and a fishing pier.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025
The sub-zero wind bends the water, creating beautifully curved icicles all along the pier.
—Katie Hill, PEOPLE, 15 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for pier
Cite this Entry
“Pier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pier. Accessed 24 Dec. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
pier
noun1
: a support for a bridge
2
: a structure built out into the water for use as a landing place or walk or to protect or form a harbor
3
: an upright supporting part (as a pillar or buttress) of a building or structure
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share